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What is CO2RE Laser Skin Resurfacing?
CO2RE Laser Skin Resurfacing is a high-tech, non-surgical treatment designed to give you back a smoother, brighter, more youthful complexion. It’s considered a gold standard for treating acne scars, sun damage, increased pore size, and irregularities left by melasma and other skin conditions. The procedure uses a fractional CO2 laser to remove the affected parts of the skin’s outer layer and allow the tissue beneath to regenerate. It also stimulates collagen production so that the new skin grows strong and healthy.
Procedure Overview
| access_time Duration | 20-45 minutes per treatment |
| local_pharmacy Anaesthesia | Local anaesthetic cream |
| king_bed Downtime | One week |
| check_circle Final Result | Smooth, clear skin |
| person Suitable for | Face, neck, décolletage |
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Benefits
Rediscover your self-confidence
Acne scars, blemishes and other skin irregularities can have a devastating effect on a person’s self-confidence. CO2RE Laser Skin Resurfacing will give you back your confidence by rejuvenating your skin and restoring your complexion to its former radiance. Recovery usually takes a week before you can apply makeup and return to public-facing activities. You’ll love how much better you feel in your new skin.
Treatment Areas
Laser skin resurfacing can be used to treat:
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Liver Spots
Liver spots or age spots are small blemishes on the skin that range in colour from light brown to red to black and are very common in adults over 50.
keyboard_arrow_down Find out moreLiver spots or age spots are small blemishes on the skin that range in colour from light brown to red to black and are very common in adults over 50.
They are typically found in areas most often exposed to the sun like the arms, shoulders, hands, face, forehead and scalp if bald.
Although generally harmless, liver spots can make people feel self-conscious or simply old. CO2RE causes liver spots to fade or disappear entirely by removing the affected outer layer of skin and spurring the rejuvenation of the skin beneath.
Laser technology is considered the most reliable and effective method of removing liver spots.
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Uneven skin tone
Uneven skin tone is an umbrella term covering anything from texture issues to redness to hyperpigmentation and is often caused by things beyond your control. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be fixed.
keyboard_arrow_down Find out moreUneven skin tone is an umbrella term covering anything from texture issues to redness to hyperpigmentation and is often caused by things beyond your control. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be fixed.
Laser skin resurfacing is proven to be one of the most effective—and completely painless—treatments for uneven skin tone. Not only does it remove blemishes and discolouration, it also improves skin health, strength and texture through the promotion of fresh collagen production, restoring your natural radiance.
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Lines & wrinkles
Age causes skin to become drier and thinner and lose its elasticity. As it does, lines and wrinkles such as crow’s feet, frown and laughter lines, nasolabial folds and marionette lines start to form.
keyboard_arrow_down Find out moreAge causes skin to become drier and thinner and lose its elasticity. As it does, lines and wrinkles such as crow’s feet, frown and laughter lines, nasolabial folds and marionette lines start to form.
At the same time, repeated sun exposure can cause wrinkles to become very deep and pronounced.
CO2RE comes highly recommended for deep wrinkles. Our fractional CO2 laser targets the outer layer of skin while simultaneously heating the layers beneath, spurring the production of collagen fibres. These assist in the growth of new skin that is healthier, smoother and firmer to the touch, reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
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Pore size
Pores become wider and more visible than we would like when skin becomes oilier, less supple and when pores become blocked.
keyboard_arrow_down Find out morePores become wider and more visible than we would like when skin becomes oilier, less supple and when pores become blocked.
A natural sign of ageing, enlarged pores make complexions look less clear and smooth and can contribute to conditions like acne.
Fractional CO2 lasers are commonly used to treat open and enlarged pores. They work by removing the outer layer of skin, creating shallower pores. They also target the dirt and oil that is trapped deep in the pores and could be responsible for making them appear larger. New skin grows smoother and healthier, with reduced pore size.
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Moles
Moles are a type of pigmented lesion. They generally appear during childhood and adolescence and can affect self-esteem and confidence, particularly if they appear on the face or intimate parts of the body.
keyboard_arrow_down Find out moreMoles are a type of pigmented lesion. They generally appear during childhood and adolescence and can affect self-esteem and confidence, particularly if they appear on the face or intimate parts of the body.
Any change in their shape, colour or texture can also be a sign of skin cancer.
CO2RE laser treatments are a highly effective non-surgical mole removal option that eliminate the need for scalpels. This is because the lasers seal blood vessels and evaporate the tissues they remove, so no sutures are required and risk of scarring is reduced. Post-treatment, a scab will form and fall off within 2 weeks and the slight redness beneath will disappear in time.
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Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation occurs when an excess of melanin, the brown pigment that is responsible for skin colour, forms deposits in the skin. These deposits create patches of skin that are darker than the skin around them.
keyboard_arrow_down Find out moreHyperpigmentation occurs when an excess of melanin, the brown pigment that is responsible for skin colour, forms deposits in the skin. These deposits create patches of skin that are darker than the skin around them.
By removing the top layer of skin and bringing the less affected lower layers to the fore, laser resurfacing can even out your skin tone and lessen the appearance of darker patches.
CO2RE treatments sometimes work better for people with fair skin.
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results
How will I feel?
You may feel a small amount of discomfort after the procedure but it’s nothing a cold compress and over-the-counter pain medications won’t fix.
You’ll start noticing real changes to your skin around 30 days after your first treatment — this is when the new skin takes shape and develops layers. For the next 6-12 months, your skin tone and texture will continue to improve. Once fully healed, the results are dramatic, and you’ll be brimming with renewed self-confidence.
Riverbank's expertise
You’re in good hands
This is a specialist treatment and Riverbanks is one of a select few clinics in the UK who offer it. We have been delivering CO2RE for over 12 years, which makes us one of the most experienced providers in the UK. During your initial consultation, we’ll go over your complete medical history to minimise the potential for any negative reactions to your CO2RE treatment. We also recommend that during your week’s recovery, you try our LED phototherapy, which will help the skin to heal.
FAQS
Treatment Questions
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What is the treatment used for? add_circleCO2RE uses fractional laser energy to rejuvenate and resurface the skin and is the gold standard for treating acne scars. It is also highly effective at balancing skin tone, shrinking enlarged pores and reducing the appearance of wrinkles and age spots.
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Is the treatment painful? add_circleWe prepare your skin with a local anaesthetic cream which reduces the discomfort for many patients, however some patients may notice mild discomfort after the procedure which can feel a bit like sunburn. Cold compresses and over-the-counter painkillers will keep this pain at bay.
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When will I see results? add_circleYou will start to see results after 1 month when the new skin layers develop. This will continue to improve for over 6 months.
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How long do the results last? add_circleYears. It depends on what your goals are. Some patients repeat the treatment annually, others wait 3-4 years. The patients who have had this treatment have become some of our most loyal patients.
What now?
Your expert consultation
We're here to listen, understand and reassure. We always make sure our treatments are suitable for our patients and that our patients are suitable for our treatments. Before you book a treatment with us, we ask that you book a free, non-committal virtual consultation with our doctor or skin therapist so that we can discuss your condition and evaluate your medical history before inviting you for an in-clinic consultation.
You can book a virtual consultation on our booking page or by downloading our app. We look forward to virtually meeting you soon.
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